github.com/khulnasoft-lab/defsec@v1.0.5-0.20230827010352-5e9f46893d95/avd_docs/aws/cloudwatch/AVD-AWS-0149/docs.md (about)

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     2   You can do real-time monitoring of API calls directing CloudTrail logs to CloudWatch Logs and establishing corresponding metric filters and alarms.   
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     4  CIS recommends that you create a metric filter and alarm for root user login attempts. Monitoring for root user logins provides visibility into the use of a fully privileged account and an opportunity to reduce the use of it.
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     6  ### Impact
     7  The root user has significant permissions and should not be used for day to day tasks.
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    12  ### Links
    13  - https://aws.amazon.com/iam/features/mfa/
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